Small Chinese exporters face hit to profits as buyers demand extended payment terms
At the ongoing autumn session of the Canton Fair, China’s largest and longest-running trade exhibition, many Chinese exporters…
Rockit Global chief says supply surge hit profits, recovery plan under way
“New Zealand Apples and Pears recognises the ongoing challenges for Rockit Global, but we do not believe this…
Japan to pressure companies to start spending $750bn in cash reserves
ESG Financial regulator seeks changes to governance code to spur growth investment Japanese companies have piled up huge…
Thousands of teachers to strike as pressure mounts on public services – The Front Page
Teachers will refuse to teach certain class levels, from Years 7 to 13, on certain days, as well…
World’s most powerful X-ray laser spots warm ice under pressure
International researchers have just discovered a new ice form called ice XXI, which compresses water to extreme pressures…
Mortgage rate cuts easing financial pressure on Kiwi home owners, more ahead on loans
NZBA chief executive Roger Beaumont said most customers continue to manage their money well despite the challenging economic…
White House begins firing workers amid prolonged shutdown
Democratic leaders in Congress have dismissed the threats as an attempt at intimidation and said mass firings would…
Auckland Transport under pressure over Scott Point road closure plan
Jason Barclay was among Scott Point residents who recently staged a protest. Photo / Calvin Samuel, RNZ Those…
Prime Minister Luxon defends $65k parental income cap in youth benefit crackdown
“But we know it’s quite low, but the reality is it puts the pressure back on parents to…
NZ dollar still suffering after GDP dip
“So the Kiwi-Aussie cross rate is being pulled from both sides; the Kiwi leg is being pulled down…
Artificial intelligence: Law firms face AI dilemma as junior roles and graduate jobs come under pressure
“We just don’t have that data yet. At least, I’m not aware of it. “It’s such a recent…
Pressure on hospital system blamed for increase in assaults on staff
Assaults ‘accepted part of workplace’ NZ Nurses Organisation delegate Tracy Chisholm, who works at Waikato Hospital, told RNZ…